NY 854389
Jul 19 1990
CLA-2-63:S:N:N3H:351 854389
Mrs. Nafees Akhtar
Ainy Inc.
146 Greenway Blvd.
Elmont, N.Y. 11003
RE: The tariff classification of cotton terry rags from
Pakistan.
Dear Mrs. Akhtar:
In your letter dated June 29, 1990, you requested a tariff
classification ruling.
You have submitted two samples of new rags. They are cotton
terry towels, measuring approximately 18 by 16 inches, which have
4 inch deep V-shaped cuts and slight stains. In your letter, you
stated that the towels were factory "B & C quality irregulars...
rejected articles" that were intentionally mutilated or cut.
We believe that it is not economically feasible to repair
these items, nor are they suitable for use as face or bath
towels. There-
fore, in their imported condition, we would consider the cut
towels to be rags.
The articles in question, assumed to be sorted, will be
classifi-able in subheading 6310.10.2010, Harmonized Tariff
Schedule of the United States (HTS), under the provision for used
or new rags...of textile materials, sorted, other, of cotton.
Articles in this sub-
heading will be duty-free.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section
177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry
documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the
documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be
brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the
transaction.
Sincerely,
Jean F. Maguire
Area Director
New York Seaport